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030 – From Wild Bill to Their Own Biz with Berk and Katie of Fresh Prints of CT

030 – From Wild Bill to Their Own Biz with Berk and Katie of Fresh Prints of CT

FromGift Biz Unwrapped


030 – From Wild Bill to Their Own Biz with Berk and Katie of Fresh Prints of CT

FromGift Biz Unwrapped

ratings:
Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Nov 2, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Fresh Prints of CT provides artisan crafted gifts and posters to gift shops around the country and internationally.
Berk and Katie research current trends and discover artisans who excel at their craft. They find joy in providing customers access to arts and ideas that aren’t necessarily mainstream. In turn, this creates an environment for customers to explore and find products that are truly unique and memorable.
Through their wholesale offerings Berk and Katie also offer the opportunity for businesses to support original artists who create unique handcrafted gifts. Each item is conceived and crafted by the artist themselves therefore being not only one of a kind but also carrying a lovely story of how it was made.
As you can tell, they take great care in curating the high quality items available in their store.
Motivational Quote
 
Business InspirationThe Learnings of Wild Bill [4:42]
A Candle Flickering MomentDisconnecting from the family business [13:06]
The Wholesale DecisionAdding wholesale to the existing online retail shop [19:27]
Business Building InsightDefining a unique product opportunity [7:37]
Description of the Dictionary Page Product [9:38]
Partners in business – the key to doing it right [16:45]
Customizing product offerings by store needs and audience [24:25]
Success TraitBerk – Charisma and his ability to connect with people
Katie – Creativity, empathy and being a leader
Productivity/Lifestyle ToolMeditation
Valuable Bookhttp://www.giftbizbook.com ()http://amzn.to/1HdY4aq (Likeable Social Media, Revised and Expanded): How to Delight Your Customers, Create an Irresistible Brand, and Be Amazing on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and More by Dave Kerpen
Contact Linkshttp://freshprintsofct.com (Website)
https://www.facebook.com/FreshPrintsofCT (Facebook)
https://www.etsy.com/shop/FreshPrintsofCT (Etsy)
http://www.amazon.com/s?me=AUCY69L2F9PWO (Amazon)
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Released:
Nov 2, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Have you thought about turning your hobby into a profitable small business? This podcast shows you how to do just that. Whether you want a side gig for some extra cash or to get out of your 9-5, the handmade products you make for fun can hold the key! In each episode you'll hear steps and actions to take to start and grow a profitable business. It's created specifically for the handmade product business entrepreneur; a group I lovingly call Gifters, Bakers, Crafters, and Makers. You're a fabulous unique creative person and I'm here to help you get on the right path to making your vision a reality. There's a lot out there about building a service based business, some about building a product business, but handmade is different. There are specific nuances to handmade that we cover here. Have you thought about starting a business but not sure what the first steps should be and you're afraid to do it "wrong?" Have you started your business but it's not progressing as you had envisioned? Are you confused about Etsy, Amazon Handmade and Shopify platforms? What about email marketing and Facebook or Instagram ads for attracting sales? There is so much to know it can be overwhelming and confusing. I'm your host, Sue Monhait, and I interview business owners who have been where you are. This is combined with over 30 years of experience consulting hundreds of boutique and big brands along with opening two profitable product based business of my own, I'm here to help you realize your dream. At the end of each episode, you'll walk away with new ideas, tools, or processes that you can apply immediately to get results. Decide on your business. Learn how to get started. Hear what others do to get customers and increase their sales. A great first step is to subscribe to the show. Then you'll automatically get each new episode as it releases - ready and waiting for you when it's convenient to listen. The main show becomes available on Saturday morning with a short Tips & Talk episode on Wednesday. I want you to know that you don't have to do this alone. Find more free resources over at GiftBizUnwrapped.com and if you're looking for a community of handmade makers just like you, join us over in my private Facebook Group - Gift Biz Breeze.